Prajwal Revanna ‘sex videos’ case: Lookout notice issued against Deve Gowda's grandson

Prajwal Revanna ‘sex videos’ case: Karnataka SIT issues lookout circular against absconding MP Prajwal Revanna accused of sexual harassment

Updated on: May 2, 2024, 14:07:22 IST

By HT News Desk, hindustantimes.com

Prefer HTon Google

Share via

Copy link

Prajwal Revanna ‘sex videos’ case: The Special Investigation Team (SIT) formed by the Karnataka government has issued a lookout circular against Prajwal Revanna, an 'absconding' MP from Hassan, who is accused of sexual harassment by multiple women. Revanna, the grandson of former prime minister HD Deve Gowda, is believed to be in Germany, will face detention upon arrival at any immigration point in India, including airports, seaports, or border checkposts.

“A lookout notice has been issued soon after it was learnt that Prajwal Revanna has gone abroad. We have informed all the ports and airports about the lookout notice,” Karnataka home minister G Parameshwara said on Thursday, PTI reported.

On Prajwal seeking seven more days to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) probing the case as he is abroad, he said there is no provision to grant more than 24 hours.

The lookout circular, issued to all immigration points across India, ensures that Prajwal Revanna will be detained upon reporting at any airport, seaport, or border checkpost, reported The Hindu.

Also Read: Prajwal Revanna, facing sexual harassment charges, is returning from Germany soon?

The Karnataka government formed a SIT under the Criminal Investigation Department (CID) on April 28 to investigate the allegations against Prajwal Revanna. Following complaints from several women, an FIR was filed against him on the same day. Reports suggest that Revanna, a Lok Sabha NDA candidate, left the country on April 27, sensing imminent arrest. He is said to be traveling abroad on his diplomatic passport.

Cancel Prajwal Revanna's diplomatic passport: Siddaramaiah writes to PM Modi amid sex videos row

Revanna faces charges of sexual harassment, intimidation, and outraging the dignity of a woman, as per sections 354A, 354D, 506, and 509 of the IPC. Allegations include sexual assault by Revanna and his father HD Revanna, as claimed one of the victim, a former housekeeper.

On Tuesday, the JD(S), a BJP alliance partner in Karnataka, suspended Prajwal Revanna, citing significant damage to the party's reputation due to circulating videos of the Hassan MP.

ALSO READ- Sexual abuse case: Revanna seeks one week to join SIT probe in Bengaluru

On Wednesday afternoon, in his first public comments since the formation of the SIT, Prajwal asked for a week to return to Bengaluru to join investigations. “As I am not in Bangalore to attend the enquiry, I have communicated to CID, Bangalore, through my advocate. Truth will prevail soon”, he wrote on X.

Prajwal's request for an additional seven days to appear before the Special Investigation Team (SIT) investigating the case, citing his presence abroad, was also rejected.

"There is no provision to grant more than 24 hours," home minister Parameshwara said.

ABOUT THE AUTHOR
HT News Desk
Follow the latest breaking news, major developments and agenda-setting stories from India and around the world with the newsdesk at Hindustan Times. Operating round the clock, the desk brings together experienced editors, reporters and correspondents to deliver fast, accurate and contextual reporting across subjects that influence public policy, governance, business, society and international affairs. The HT News Desk covers politics, elections, government policies, the economy, business and markets, science and technology, the environment, law and order, infrastructure, education, climate issues and geopolitics, while closely tracking developments across states, institutions and global capitals. The team also leads coverage of major breaking news events, policy announcements, court proceedings, natural disasters, public emergencies and significant international developments. Reports published by the newsdesk are based on information gathered from reporters on the ground, official statements, government agencies, court records, regulatory filings, recognised institutions and other authoritative sources. Stories undergo editorial scrutiny and verification processes to ensure accuracy, fairness and relevance, and are updated as events evolve and additional information becomes available. Whether covering a key political decision in New Delhi, an economic policy shift affecting millions, a landmark court ruling or a major global event, the HT News Desk aims to provide readers with reliable, fact-based journalism that delivers not only the latest developments but also the context and analysis needed to understand their wider implications.Read More

Get the latest India News, breaking headlines and real-time updates from across the country. Stay informed about politics, government policies, crime, weather and major national developments.